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Linlithgow Burgh Trust are looking for volunteers!

Posted on July 6, 2020August 22, 2020 by Helen Hassall

Linlithgow Burgh Trust are looking for volunteers to take on various roles within the Trust, which is made up of Burgh Beautiful Linlithgow and Linlithgow Civic Trust.

Both organisations are looking for new committee members who can attend committee meetings and support with some of the admin.

The Civic Trust are looking for an organiser of the annual Perambulation of the Marches, which takes place on Wednesday before the Marches. An organiser is also required for the Doors Open Days which takes place in September.

If you are interested in helping out Burgh Beautiful, the Civic Trust and the Burgh Trust in any of these roles please contact us at secretary@lbt.scot.

Are you passionate about our local area and want to make a difference? Join the LCDT Board.

Posted on November 4, 2019November 4, 2019 by Susan Miller

Could you use your skills and experience to help a local charity working to make Linlithgow a better place to live and work?

Linlithgow Community Development Trust is looking for new Directors to join our Board. We want to expand our Board with people who share our vision and are passionate about our local area and our community.

We are looking for local people to bring their own expertise and experience to join the Board of Directors, a group of committed volunteers passionate about continuing to strengthen the Trust as a pivotal community-led organisation in the town.

If you have the time to commit; can think strategically; are committed to the Linlithgow area and have expertise in any of the areas below, we would love to chat with you.

Fundraising, third sector and government
Legal/charity governance
Project Management
HR
Policy and strategy
Marketing & Digital

We are keen to increase our diversity to reflect the people which our charity serves –young and old, from the town and surrounding areas, and with a wide range of work or life experiences. We’re looking for someone who can spare 4 hours a month and can work effectively as part of a small team.

As a member of our Board of Directors you will:

be part of an exciting, enterprising and innovative community-led organisation
help to ensure that the Trust fulfils our charitable aim and vision.
have the opportunity to give something back to your community and make a real difference locally

ABOUT LCDT

Our aim is to make Linlithgow a better place to live and work, through a community led plan of action which provides services, amenities and/or financial support to local initiatives.

Our vision is for a thriving community that is resilient, inclusive, enterprising and sustainable, capable of dealing with ongoing change.

We have several projects underway and would like to take on more. However, we need local people with drive and enthusiasm to help us to do this!

Amongst our current work is the delivery of the Cycle Circuit, Solar Energy, an informative Town website and employment and training opportunities for staff and volunteers.

The principles that Linlithgow Community Development Trust work to are:

To build a community that takes pride in, and manages, its local assets
To capture and build community passion, enthusiasm, ideas and skills
To ensure our work is financially and environmentally sustainable
To work closely with local people and other local groups to strengthen our combined efforts

For an informal discussion to find out more contact hello@trust-linlithgow.org.uk.

Linlithgow Heritage Trust needs your Financial Skills

Posted on January 25, 2019 by Susan Miller

Role title: Treasurer, Reports to: The board

BACKGROUND: In 2017 Linlithgow Heritage Trust received grant funding from HLF, LEADER, West Lothian Council and other bodies to support its move from Annet House to the new Linlithgow Partnership Centre. This year will see the new Linlithgow Museum open. It promises to be an exciting time for the Museum as it becomes a central part of the local community. As we continue to move forward we are looking for trustees with a range of skills that will help the Museum develop and achieve it strategic goals.

THE VISION:

Linlithgow Museum will be fitted out with a bespoke community space and three exhibition areas providing a fresh new interpretation of the town’s history.

Community participation will be at the heart of the museum. Local people and volunteers have already played an instrumental role in planning and beginning to deliver an ambitious Activity Plan of events and activities which will engage the local community with heritage.

Linlithgow Heritage Trust are seeking unpaid volunteer Trustees to join their board.

Trustees are expected to play a full part in the activities of Linlithgow Heritage Trust.

The role of the Board is to set the strategic framework for the organisation, monitor and evaluate the performance of the organisation, including financial performance; and ensure the highest standard of governance.

The Board meets at least six times per year. Trustees are also requested to participate in various sub committees, working groups, the Annual General meeting and ongoing training events as required.

Purpose of the role:

To ensure the financial affairs of the organisation are conducted within legal requirements, accounting conventions and good practice
ensure the financial viability and development of the organisation.

Main duties

ensure the board fulfils its financial responsibilities
ensure proper systems for budgeting, financial control, insurance, and reporting
keep board members informed about organisation’ finances by written report, at least on a quarterly basis
communicate with relevant staff and other board members so as to maintain a clear picture of the financial health of the organisation
ensure compliance with Inland Revenue and Customs and Excise (VAT) requirements as appropriate
ensure financial reports are comprehensible and properly discussed
ensure financial reports are provided in the proper format and at the proper time, as required by other bodies in law
ensure the appointment of auditors or independent examiners
provide a financial report to members on an annual basis.

Ensure financial viability and development of the organisation

Ensure the board develops a long-term financial strategy for the organisation with objectives which can be monitored
monitor progress in budget implementation
ensure appropriate financial goals are set for the resources available to the organisation.

Key qualities

a knowledge of financial accounting and reporting procedures
ability to communicate financial information to those who may have little or no financial background
hands-on book-keeping skills
strategic financial planning skills

For further discussions and to find out more about registering interest please contact Shelia Menzies on secretary@LinlithgowHT.onmicrosoft.com

Passionate about Linlithgow and want to become a Trustee?

Posted on November 9, 2018November 9, 2018 by Susan Miller

Linlithgow Community Development Trust are a charity and community organisation formed by residents of Linlithgow and Linlithgow Bridge to deliver change to benefit the community. Our aim is ‘To make Linlithgow a better place to live and work, through a community led plan of action which provides services, amenities and/or financial support to local initiatives.’ Our Board of Directors is made up of between seven and fifteen volunteer Trustees. Continue reading “Passionate about Linlithgow and want to become a Trustee?” →